2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1201 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 2008 GMC Sierra 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, 2008 GMC Sierra 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Sirion | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |
