2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 64 L |
