2004 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ka weights approximately 231 kg more than 2010 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, 2004 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Ka | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Ka | Charade |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 36 L |