2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
