2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2009 Daihatsu Charade and 2009 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2009 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Charade | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 64 L |