2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Bora | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bora | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
