2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 7 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 410 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 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
