2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2004 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Ford Fiesta (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 2004 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
