2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 934 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 2004 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Charade | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1674 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |