2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Tata E

To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Charade and 2005 Tata E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata E (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata E should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata E weights approximately 630 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 Tata E 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 Tata E. 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 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daihatsu Charade 2005 Tata E
Make Daihatsu Tata
Model Charade E
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Size 988 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1370 kg
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2810 mm