2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 320 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, 2004 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Sirion | 2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
