1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 17 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1839 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 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Charade | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2946 mm |