2012 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. 2013 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Sirion | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
