2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 580 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sirion | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
