2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | Life |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
