1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 585 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Daihatsu Charade 2013 Subaru Impreza
Make Daihatsu Subaru
Model Charade Impreza
Year Released 1999 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 83 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 105 Nm 331 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 845 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1475 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2620 mm


 

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