1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Hummer H2
To start off, 2007 Hummer H2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hummer H2 weights approximately 2113 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hummer H2 (496 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hummer |
| Model | Charade | H2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 121 L |
