2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Charade and 2005 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1337 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.
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, 2005 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Charade | Sedona |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 296 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2087 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 75 L |