1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 261 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Ka |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
