2004 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum 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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Signum | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
Model | Signum | Charade |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |