2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 1997 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Sunny 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 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
