2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Prius would be higher. Both 2009 Daihatsu Sirion and 2005 Toyota Prius are equipped with a 1,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Prius weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Prius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
