1997 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, both 1997 Daihatsu Charade and 1997 Isuzu VehiCross were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 907 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Charade | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
