2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 944 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 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1684 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
