2008 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 318 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 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 318 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 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 | 1395 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
