2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1256 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 2011 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2011 SsangYong Musso 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.
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2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
Model | Charade | Musso |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |