2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Charade and 2005 Saturn L were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (182 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn L weights approximately 718 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 Saturn L (258 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
| Model | Charade | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1468 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 59 L |
