2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Swift (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 115 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, 2001 Suzuki Swift (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Swift |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 66 L |
