2008 Cadillac STS 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 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 907 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 Cadillac STS 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 Cadillac STS. 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 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. 2008 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2010 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2010 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Cadillac STS | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | STS | Charade |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 36 L |