1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 5 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1111 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3000 mm |
