2005 Suzuki Alto 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 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Alto | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Suzuki | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alto | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
