2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 227 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 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Fusion |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
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 | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 66 L |