2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | Charade | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 90 L |
