2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Highlander | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3545 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
