2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1298 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
