2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charade | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 96 L |
