2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 80 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 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. 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 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
| Model | Charade | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 33 L |
