2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 267 kg more than 2007 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 YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu YRV | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | YRV | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 36 L |
