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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 245 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 1338 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (447 Nm) has 358 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 987 cc 5359 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 55 HP 300 HP
Torque 89 Nm 447 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 2088 kg
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 83 L


 

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