2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo

To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Charade and 2005 Toyota Aygo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.

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 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 2005 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daihatsu Charade 2005 Toyota Aygo
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Charade Aygo
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 55 HP 53 HP
Torque 89 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 890 kg
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 35 L


 

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