2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (114 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 711 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, 2012 Volvo C30 (270 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Charade | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
