2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |
