2008 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 564 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.
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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mondeo | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 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 | 1469 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 36 L |
