2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2002 Toyota F-1

To start off, both 2002 Daihatsu Sirion and 2002 Toyota F-1 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Toyota F-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota F-1 (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota F-1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota F-1 weights approximately 740 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.

Because 2002 Toyota F-1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Toyota F-1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota F-1 (430 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota F-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Daihatsu Sirion 2002 Toyota F-1
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Sirion F-1
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1298 cc 2998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 102 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 430 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 870 kg 1610 kg
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2710 mm