2000 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ka | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
