2005 Acura TL vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 878 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
Model | TL | Charade |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 36 L |