1999 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1470 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Azure | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Azure | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |
