2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1185 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.
Because 2005 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Charade | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 89 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 98 L |