2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2009 Daihatsu Sirion and 2009 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1048 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.
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, 2009 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Sirion | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |