1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Sirion | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
