2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
Model | Charade | Chairman W |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |