2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1570 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Charade | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |
