2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 12 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 519 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 2012 Hyundai i30. 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Sirion | i30 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 53 L |