2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 833 kg more than 2006 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 Colorado (251 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Colorado | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 36 L |
