2010 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Colorado | Charade |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 36 L |