2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1998 Ford Tracer
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Tracer weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1998 Ford Tracer (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1998 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
