1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 9 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2007 Ford Bantam (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Bantam |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |