1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (177 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 637 kg more than 1999 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Charade | V70 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |