1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2004 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1333 kg more than 1998 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, 2004 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2920 mm |
