2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Avenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Avenger (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Dodge Avenger (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Sirion | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
