2003 Mazda MPV 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 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MPV (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MPV 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 Mazda MPV (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda MPV | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
| Model | MPV | Charade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 36 L |
