2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 835 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Daihatsu Sirion 2008 Porsche 911
Make Daihatsu Porsche
Model Sirion 911
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1298 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 473 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 76.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 190 km/hour 310 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.5 seconds 4 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1655 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 67 L