2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,191 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sirion | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 34 L |
