1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 14 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1620 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 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Charade | Commander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
