2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Fiat Siena
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 Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena 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, 2007 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena 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 Siena | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Siena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 54 L |
