2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera

To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 982 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.

Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 2005 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daihatsu Charade 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
Make Daihatsu Vauxhall
Model Charade Frontera
Year Released 2005 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 3165 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 55 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1722 kg
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2470 mm