2003 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Because 2003 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Smart Roadster | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Smart | Daihatsu |
Model | Roadster | Charade |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |