2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 308 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2489 mm |