2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2007 Daihatsu Sirion and 2007 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,306 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 255 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 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 2007 Mazda RX-8. 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 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Sirion | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
