2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 7 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 655 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | C-Max |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2648 mm |