2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Nissan | Daihatsu |
| Model | Micra | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 36 L |
