2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda.
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 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
Model | Panda | Charade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 36 L |