1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 9 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1737 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (121 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Charade | Savana |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3940 mm |
