1996 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 525 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 1996 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1996 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 525 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 36 L |
