2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Sirion | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |
