2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 779 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 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2009 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Daihatsu Sirion 2009 Infiniti FX
Make Daihatsu Infiniti
Model Sirion FX
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Hatchback Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 303 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 81 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1719 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 90 L