1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 185 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 58 L |
