2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 8 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 1695 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 2013 BMW X5 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 2013 BMW X5 M 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. 2013 BMW X5 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Charade | X5 M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2435 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 85 L |
