2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1053 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | CTS | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
