2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 8 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1430 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Charade | XC90 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |