2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 7 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 847 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Charade | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2960 mm |