1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 20 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1547 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Charade | XJ |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3157 mm |
