2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 6 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 411 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, 2011 Hyundai Getz (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charade | Getz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1151 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
