2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 326 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 (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Sirion | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
