2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 311 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charade | Accent |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
