1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 9 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1035 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.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Charade | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
