2007 Toyota Prius vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Prius (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. 2007 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Prius | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Prius | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
