1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 486 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, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |
