1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1996 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, 2010 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 2010 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3020 mm |
