2008 BMW 650 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2008 BMW 650 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 650. 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 650 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
