2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 MG ZS
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG ZS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG ZS would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZS weights approximately 580 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 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 MG ZS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Charade | ZS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
