2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1340 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 90 L |
