2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2004 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 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 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Accent (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 144 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 2004 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2004 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 2004 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Sirion | Accent |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
