2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Sirion | 405 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
