2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 574 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
