2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 6 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 732 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, 2009 Ford Focus (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.9 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 | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 53 L |
