2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 254 kg more than 2008 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 Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Sirion | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
