2009 Ford Bantam 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 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2009 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Bantam | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Bantam | Charade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 36 L |