2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1999 Saturn SL
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saturn SL would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saturn SL weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 1999 Saturn SL (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1999 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
| Model | Sirion | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
