2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 646 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
