2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Charade and 2005 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1340 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daihatsu Charade 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Daihatsu Nissan
Model Charade Pathfinder
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 989 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 395 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 2080 kg
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 80 L


 

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