1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Daihatsu Charade

To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 940 kg more than 2005 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chrysler Town & Country 2005 Daihatsu Charade
Make Chrysler Daihatsu
Model Town & Country Charade
Year Released 1992 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 164 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 263 Nm 89 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 740 kg
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2380 mm


 

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