2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 870 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Hilux |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1610 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |