2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Charade | Cruze |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 59 L |