2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer 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, 2002 Ford Explorer 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Explorer | Charade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 36 L |
