2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2001 Daihatsu Sirion and 2001 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 850 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (203 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ranger 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 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
