2009 Lada 21 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lada 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lada 21 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 21 (89 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 2012 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 Lada 21 (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Lada 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Lada | Daihatsu |
| Model | 21 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
