2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, both 2001 Daihatsu Sirion and 2001 Honda Z were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Z weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2001 Honda Z 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 Honda Z 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 Daihatsu Sirion (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z. 2001 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2001 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |
