1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | S-10 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2400 mm |
