1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 6 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 373 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, 2005 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
