2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 635 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.

Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz C 2011 Daihatsu Charade
Make Mercedes-Benz Daihatsu
Model C Charade
Year Released 2007 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2148 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 219 km/hour 160 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.1 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 905 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3480 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 4.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 36 L