2001 Audi TT vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT 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 TT (285 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2001 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | TT | Charade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 36 L |
