1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 14 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 1171 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charade | Vito |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3010 mm |