2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Sirion | Familia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |