1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 12 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 962 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.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 2008 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | Charade | M |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2910 mm |
