2003 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 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 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Sirion | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Sirion | 996 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
