2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Vanquish | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
