1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 14 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 865 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, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Charade | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2858 mm |
