1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 16 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2008 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Charade | Sedona |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |