2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki SX4 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2006 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
