1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2007 Skoda Roomster is newer by 11 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 4 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 395 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, 2007 Skoda Roomster (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charade | Roomster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
