2001 BMW X Coupe 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 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 855 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 BMW X Coupe 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 BMW X Coupe 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 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2001 BMW X Coupe has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW X Coupe 2007 Daihatsu Charade
Make BMW Daihatsu
Model X Coupe Charade
Year Released 2001 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 989 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 181 HP 55 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 397 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 201 km/hour 155 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 36 L


 

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