2005 Maserati Coupe 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 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 775 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Maserati Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Coupe | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Maserati | Daihatsu |
| Model | Coupe | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 36 L |
