1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2004 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Charade | Jimny |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2260 mm |