2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 237 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, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 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 | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
