2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 5 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 365 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 895 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.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Charade | R8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 90 L |
