2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Pacifica and 2008 Daihatsu Sirion were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 925 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Pacifica | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |
