2007 BMW X5 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1992 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | X5 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
