1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 705 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
