2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1380 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
