1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1997 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ranger | Charade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
