2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 840 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 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
Model | Charade | 75 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 65 L |