2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 841 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.
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, 2007 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Volvo S80 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. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Charade | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3192 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
