2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2009 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Charade | XC70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |