2010 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | 1999 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | Life |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
