2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Sonic (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Sonic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Charade | Sonic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4039 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 46 L |