2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 820 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 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | Drifter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1560 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |