1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 11 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 772 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 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Charade | Tucson |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |