2011 Volvo XC90 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. 2011 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2010 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2010 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC90 | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Volvo | Daihatsu |
| Model | XC90 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |
