2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 26 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 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |
