2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda 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, 2008 Fiat Panda 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 30 L |
