1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
