2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |