2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 5 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2007 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Sirion | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
