2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Charade | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 67 L |