2011 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2011 Daihatsu Charade and 2011 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (200 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Charade | XC90 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
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 | 200 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |