2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1126 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 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 2005 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Musso 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 | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Charade | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1876 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
