1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 6 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |
