2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 3 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 1,742 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Charade | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1742 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.8 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 | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |