2009 Daihatsu Trevis vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Trevis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,084 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. 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, 2005 Kia Picanto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. 2005 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Trevis has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Trevis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Trevis | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Trevis | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
