2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
Model | Panda | Charade |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 36 L |