2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1550 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Q7 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 36 L |
