2005 Saturn L vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn L | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Saturn | Daihatsu |
Model | L | Charade |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 36 L |