2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 12 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1825 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.
Because 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
Make | Daihatsu | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Charade | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5608 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3320 mm |