2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1466 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3200 mm |
