2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Ballade weights approximately 148 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Sirion | Ballade |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |