2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 266 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, 2005 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2002 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2002 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
