1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 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 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 207 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 312 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, 2007 Peugeot 207 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Charade | 207 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |