2003 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Aceca | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
