1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Lexus LX
To start off, both 1996 Daihatsu Charade and 1996 Lexus LX were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Lexus LX (373 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (138 Nm). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 1996 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Lexus LX | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
Model | Charade | LX |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 138 Nm | 373 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |