2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 905 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1997 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | Sirion | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
