1997 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 385 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |
