2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP) has 194 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Touareg | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.6 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
