2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 4 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 675 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.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Charade | Galant |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 67 L |