2009 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2011 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
| Model | Civic | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
