2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2000 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S2000 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.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2000 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
