2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Kia | Daihatsu |
Model | Sportage | Charade |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 36 L |