1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 1408 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 Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Charade | Traverse |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5173 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3020 mm |