2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2006 Daihatsu Charade and 2006 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (312 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1448 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.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Charade | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 4408 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
