2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 1026 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.
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, 2013 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Charade | C70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |