2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2003 Hyundai Accent (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Hyundai | Daihatsu |
Model | Accent | Charade |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |