2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. 2009 Mazda CX-7 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. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
Model | CX-7 | Charade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 4680 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 36 L |