1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 325 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Scorpio | Charade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
