1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Tundra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3710 mm |