2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Charade | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 2496 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |