1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 250 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | 2 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |