2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 GMC Envoy

To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Charade and 2005 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 220 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1456 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 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daihatsu Charade 2005 GMC Envoy
Make Daihatsu GMC
Model Charade Envoy
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 55 HP 275 HP
Torque 89 Nm 373 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 2196 kg
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 3280 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 95 L