2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 865 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sirion | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
