2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 726 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1988 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 59 L |
