2005 Acura CL vs. 2009 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 675 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2009 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
Model | CL | Charade |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |