2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2011 Dacia Sandero is newer by 4 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 381 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, 2011 Dacia Sandero (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dacia |
| Model | Charade | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
