2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2000 Honda Life
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 Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Sirion | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |