2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1500 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. 2004 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Daihatsu Charade 2004 GMC Sierra
Make Daihatsu GMC
Model Charade Sierra
Year Released 2000 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 5965 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 83 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 105 Nm 516 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 845 kg 2345 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 5740 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 3650 mm


 

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