1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (64 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 30 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 Daihatsu Charade (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
