2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 6 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 415 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 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Charade | A4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
