2006 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2009 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | X5 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 36 L |
