2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 326 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, 2002 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2002 Honda Civic | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Sirion | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |