2005 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. 1998 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Sirion | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
