2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 145 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, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos. 2012 Hyundai Atos 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 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charade | Atos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 35 L |
