1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 14 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 1070 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 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. 2013 BMW X3 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. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | Charade | X3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |