2012 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 645 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charade | C |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
