2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 625 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charade | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 54 L |
