2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charade | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |