2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 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 XC90 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Charade | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
