2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daihatsu |
Model | ML | Charade |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2913 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 36 L |