2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2011 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2011 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Charade | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
