2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
