2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 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, 2002 Ford Fiesta (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
