2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 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, 2001 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2001 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
Model | Charade | ForFour |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 47 L |