1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Rover 25
To start off, 2002 Rover 25 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 25 (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 25 weights approximately 175 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, 2002 Rover 25 (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Rover 25 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
Model | Charade | 25 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |