2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Twingo weights approximately 305 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 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 440 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Twingo 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 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Twingo 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 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
