2003 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2000 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Prizm | 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Prizm | Sirion |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |