2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 2159 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hummer |
| Model | Charade | H2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 6199 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 121 L |
