1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2001 Mazda Premacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Premacy (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 475 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.
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, 2001 Mazda Premacy (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | Premacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |