2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2002 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2002 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Sentra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2002 Nissan Sentra (245 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 2002 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 76 L |
