2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 4 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 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2013 BMW M5 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 2013 BMW M5. 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 BMW M5 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Charade | M5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2889 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |