1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX is newer by 11 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 1561 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 2010 Lexus GX 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, 2010 Lexus GX 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, 2010 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. 2010 Lexus GX 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. 2010 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Charade | GX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2789 mm |
