2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Charade and 2005 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Matrix (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 380 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 Toyota Matrix (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Matrix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1120 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |