2009 Acura RL vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 830 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
Model | RL | Charade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 36 L |