2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Sirion | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1260 mm |
