2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Charade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
