1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (338 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 1075 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, 2013 Infiniti G (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 2013 Infiniti G 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 Infiniti G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
Model | Charade | G |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4657 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |