2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2000 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2000 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sirion | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
