2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Fiat Stilo

To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Charade and 2005 Fiat Stilo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 355 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 2005 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Stilo 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 2005 Fiat Stilo
Make Daihatsu Fiat
Model Charade Stilo
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 1367 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 55 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 113 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1095 kg
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 49 L


 

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