2004 Kia Cerato 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 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Cerato (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Kia Cerato (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Cerato | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Kia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cerato | Charade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 36 L |
