1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 1006 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Trans Sport | Charade |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 989 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2380 mm |
