1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1407 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.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango 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 2005 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Durango |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3040 mm |
