2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (227 HP) has 159 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (294 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Subaru | Daihatsu |
| Model | Impreza | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |
