1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 1993 Daihatsu Charade and 1993 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 717 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1993 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1993 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charade | E |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
