2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,769 cc, 2008 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Almera weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
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 Nissan Almera (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | Almera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1769 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
