2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi 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 2,460 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 1567 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 Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi 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 Kombi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
