2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 205 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
