2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 484 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, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2009 Volkswagen Eos 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. 2009 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Eos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
