1999 Rover 800 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. 1999 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Rover 800 | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Rover | Daihatsu |
Model | 800 | Charade |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |