2006 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | X5 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 36 L |
