2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 400 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, 2004 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Sirion | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |