2005 Audi A2 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 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A2 weights approximately 330 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 Audi A2 (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A2 | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A2 | Charade |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 36 L |