1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Renault Avantime is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 820 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 2005 Renault Avantime. 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, 2005 Renault Avantime (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Sirion | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 83 L |
