2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
Model | Punto | Charade |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 36 L |