2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2009 Daihatsu Sirion and 2009 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Magentis. 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, 2009 Kia Magentis (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. 2009 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Sirion | Magentis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |