2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Charade and 2005 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (250 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 838 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 Vue (328 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue 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 Vue | |
Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
Model | Charade | Vue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 89 Nm | 328 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1578 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 62 L |