1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 18 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 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. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Luxgen |
| Model | Charade | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
