1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 605 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 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Charade | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |