2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Charade | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 53 L |
