2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Idea (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Fiat Idea (261 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Idea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 47 L |
