2005 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Sirion | Carens |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
