1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 857 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.
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 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Charade | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |