2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon 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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (180 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charade | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
