2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 10 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), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 620 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2013 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Focus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 47 L |