1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 5 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Fit. 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, 2003 Honda Fit (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 2003 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | Fit |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
