2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Opel Zafira 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charade | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 58 L |