2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alpina B5 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2008 Alpina B5 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 2008 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
| Model | B5 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
