1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 2000 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Sirion | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
