2002 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 520 weights approximately 930 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 520 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 2002 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 520 | 2005 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 520 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
