2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Alto 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 5 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, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Sirion | Alto |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
