2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (133 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2000 Honda City | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | City |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
