2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z8 weights approximately 855 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.
Because 2002 BMW Z8 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 2002 BMW Z8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2002 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Charade | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 73 L |
