2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2003 Ford Ka
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Ka weights approximately 122 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2003 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 2003 Ford Ka | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Sirion | Ka |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |