2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 995 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Blazer | Charade |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |