2009 Audi TT vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. 2009 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | TT | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
