2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2005 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 3 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 220 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, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Kalos | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
