2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1998 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 1998 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
