2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2350 mm |
