2010 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, both 2010 Nissan Maxima and 2010 Daihatsu Sirion were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. 2010 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2010 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2010 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Nissan | Daihatsu |
| Model | Maxima | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
