1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 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, 2001 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Focus |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |