2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 410 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sirion | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
