2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charade | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 75 L |
