2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Mini One
To start off, 2004 Mini One is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini One weights approximately 320 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, 2004 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Mini One | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
Model | Charade | One |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |