2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 1,397 cc, 2006 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 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 2006 Nissan 1400. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1397 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
