2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. 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 2003 Honda Insight. 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, 2003 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2003 Honda Insight | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Sirion | Insight |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |