2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 3 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 897 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.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sirion | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1717 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 71 L |
