2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 900 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 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Charade | 328 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 57 L |