1998 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1998 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. 1998 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu Trooper | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Isuzu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Trooper | Charade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
