2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2002 Holden UTE
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 595 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 2002 Holden UTE. 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, 2002 Holden UTE (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2002 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Sirion | UTE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
