2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2002 Daihatsu Sirion and 2002 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,212 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1009 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (408 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Sirion | Ram |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3530 mm |
