2003 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1720 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Daihatsu Sirion | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Sirion | Expedition |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 475 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |