2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Picanto weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
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2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Sirion | Picanto |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |