1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Sirion | 607 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
