2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Ford Ranger

To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Charade and 2005 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 571 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 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (252 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daihatsu Charade 2005 Ford Ranger
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model Charade Ranger
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 55 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 252 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1311 kg
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 64 L


 

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