2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
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 Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto 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 Punto | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Punto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 49 L |