1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 680 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Sirion | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |