2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2009 Daihatsu Sirion and 2009 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Elise. 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Sirion | Elise |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
