2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ka weights approximately 17 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Ford Ka | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Sirion | Ka |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |