2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Daihatsu Sirion (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto. 2001 Kia Visto has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Sirion | Visto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
