2005 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | MDX | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 38 L |
