1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 10 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 580 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 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 2009 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Charade | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2420 mm |
