2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 960 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.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestyle | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Freestyle | Charade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
