2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Sirion 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 (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. 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 (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sirion | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 36 L |
