1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 15 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1310 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 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2011 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2789 mm |