2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Audi S3
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 S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi S3 weights approximately 810 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 S3 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 S3 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 S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Charade | S3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 42 L |
