2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
| Model | Civic | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
