1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus GS weights approximately 875 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lexus GS 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 1996 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1996 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. 1996 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Charade | GS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
