2009 Audi TT vs. 2000 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 91 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2000 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | TT | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
