2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 930 kg more than 2007 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, 2000 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Charade | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |