2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 763 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Golf |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
