1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | Quest |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 76 L |
