2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Silverado | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 36 L |
