2007 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2007 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | M3 | Charade |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |