1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 936 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Murano |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 82 L |
