2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Daihatsu Charade

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2005 Daihatsu Charade were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1717 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 2005 Daihatsu Charade
Make Chevrolet Daihatsu
Model Avalanche Charade
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5325 cc 987 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 55 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 89 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2467 kg 750 kg
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 36 L


 

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