2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 5 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 528 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, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 2005 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai ix20 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai ix20 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 | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charade | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1268 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2615 mm |
