2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2001 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Shuma weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Kia Shuma (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2001 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Sirion | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
