2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 196 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Sirion | Today |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |