2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2005 Mazda MPV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MPV (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MPV weights approximately 865 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | MPV |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |