1998 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Nissan | Daihatsu |
| Model | Patrol | Charade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
