2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Kia Visto
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Visto would be higher. At 987 cc, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Visto weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Visto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
