2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Samurai (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 345 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 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2004 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1085 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
