2011 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Charade | SX4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |