2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2010 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
