2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1999 Nissan C 52
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan C 52. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan C 52 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan C 52 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan C 52 (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan C 52 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan C 52 weights approximately 360 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, 1999 Nissan C 52 (354 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (138 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan C 52 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1999 Nissan C 52 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | C 52 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1266 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
