2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charade | R |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
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 | 53 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |