2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1235 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 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |
