2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 360 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (202 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sirion | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
