2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 630 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Dodge | Daihatsu |
| Model | Viper | Charade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
