2004 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. Both 2004 Daihatsu Sirion and 2009 Ford Bantam are equipped with a 1,296 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Bantam weights approximately 116 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
