2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2004 Honda Insight
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 Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 87 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. 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 (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | Insight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
