2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
