1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Ford Ka
To start off, 1999 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Ka weights approximately 35 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, both vehicles can yield 105 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Ford Ka | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Ka |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |