1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 19 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1242 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 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Charade | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 100 L |
