2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2001 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2001 Daihatsu Sirion and 2001 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus GS weights approximately 790 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 Lexus GS 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 2001 Lexus GS. 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, 2001 Lexus GS (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 2001 Lexus GS | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
Model | Sirion | GS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |