2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 8 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cerato (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Cerato. 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, 2008 Kia Cerato (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Sirion | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
