1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2002 Kia Visto is newer by 6 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Visto |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
