2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Ford F-250

To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1610 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 2002 Ford F-250 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, 2002 Ford F-250 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daihatsu Charade 2002 Ford F-250
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model Charade F-250
Year Released 2005 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 5407 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 55 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 474 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 2350 kg
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 3490 mm


 

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