1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
