2003 Toyota Echo vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Echo weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 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, 2003 Toyota Echo (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Echo | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
Model | Echo | Charade |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |