2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (182 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn L weights approximately 743 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 Saturn L (258 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
| Model | Charade | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 59 L |
