2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 775 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.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |
