2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 400 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.
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, 1996 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Sirion | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |