1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 950 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Quest |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3160 mm |
