2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 1115 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 2012 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 2012 Holden Captiva has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Charade | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1855 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 65 L |
