2003 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 553 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 740 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Sirion | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Sirion | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
