2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook

To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Outlook (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 795 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 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Daihatsu Sirion 2008 Saturn Outlook
Make Daihatsu Saturn
Model Sirion Outlook
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 83 L


 

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