2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
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 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Sirion | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 42 L |
