2005 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2005 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Kia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rio | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
