1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Almera (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 405 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Almera (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Almera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2540 mm |
