2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 952 kg more than 2011 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Seville | Charade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
