2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2011 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion.
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 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. 2005 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 2011 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Mercury | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mariner | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
