2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 744 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 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
