2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Audi R8
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi R8 weights approximately 820 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 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 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, 2007 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Charade | R8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 75 L |
