1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 508 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 2005 Ford Expedition 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 2005 Ford Expedition. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |
