2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
