2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 433 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 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
