1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, both 1999 Daihatsu Charade and 1999 Suzuki Baleno were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Suzuki Baleno (178 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. 1999 Suzuki Baleno 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. 1999 Suzuki Baleno will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Charade | Baleno |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |