2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Sirion | 626 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |