1997 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 995 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 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
Model | Charade | Korando |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |