2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MG ZT-T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MG ZT-T would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MG ZT-T weights approximately 885 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, 2002 MG ZT-T (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Charade | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1625 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
