2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 C70 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. 2012 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Charade | C70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |