2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser (216 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Charade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 36 L |
