2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 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, 2004 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2004 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Charade | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |