2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2000 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 2 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1309 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 2002 Chevrolet SSR 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 2002 Chevrolet SSR. 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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. 2002 Chevrolet SSR 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. 2002 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet SSR | 2000 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | SSR | Charade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
