2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1111 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 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
Model | Charade | Rexton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1851 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |