1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 3 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Rio weights approximately 175 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, 2002 Kia Rio (113 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Rio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2420 mm |
