2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Sirion | Avella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
