2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano

To start off, both 2007 Daihatsu Charade and 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1300 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Daihatsu Charade 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
Make Daihatsu Mercedes-Benz
Model Charade Viano
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 989 cc 2148 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 55 HP 108 HP
Torque 90 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 16 seconds 16.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 2040 kg
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 75 L


 

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