2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Toyota BB
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota BB would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota BB (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota BB should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota BB weights approximately 270 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.
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, 2001 Toyota BB (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Toyota BB | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | BB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1020 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
