2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 960 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.
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, 2007 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Sirion | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2299 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 | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
