2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 585 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.
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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Sirion | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 66 L |
