2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 101 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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris. 2012 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1041 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
