2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 187 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |
