1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 5 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 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (88 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 275 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charade | A |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2600 mm |