2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1273 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. 2004 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Kia Sorento | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Kia | Daihatsu |
Model | Sorento | Charade |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |