1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 7 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. Both 1999 Daihatsu Sirion and 2006 Daihatsu Sirion are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sirion | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
