2001 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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, 2001 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A8 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 36 L |
