1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1585 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tahoe | Charade |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
