2000 Renault Twingo vs. 2011 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Twingo.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Twingo | 2011 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | Twingo | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
