1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1999 Ford Puma
To start off, both 1999 Daihatsu Sirion and 1999 Ford Puma were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Puma weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 1999 Ford Puma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Sirion | Puma |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |