2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 520 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 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Sirion | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
