2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2011 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 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cobalt | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 36 L |
