2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Alto is newer by 3 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 145 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, both vehicles can yield 90 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Alto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
