2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1220 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 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 95 L |
