2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 10 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 373 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 2010 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Sirion | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 53 L |
