2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ka weights approximately 22 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 (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Ford Ka | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Sirion | Ka |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 962 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |