1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. 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, 2002 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 2002 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | Insight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
