2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2007 Daihatsu Charade and 2007 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 1039 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1779 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |