2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 7 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 1038 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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 2005 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Ulysse 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 | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1788 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
