1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 4 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 3,274 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 940 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, 2002 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. 2002 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Charade | Villager |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |