2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2010 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 Optra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
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2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Optra | Charade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |