2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2007 Daihatsu Charade and 2007 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1120 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 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Charade | Nitro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |