2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 386 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charade | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |