2008 Chevrolet Matiz 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 Chevrolet Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Matiz would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Matiz weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Matiz | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 36 L |
