2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Kia Visto
To start off, 2005 Kia Visto 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Visto weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto. 2005 Kia Visto 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. 2005 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Visto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
