2010 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1450 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 654 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. 2010 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Porsche | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cayenne | Charade |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 749 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 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 Weight | 2355 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1694 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 36 L |
