1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 552 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. 2009 Nissan Armada 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. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | Armada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 106 L |
