2003 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Sebring (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Sebring 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, 2003 Chrysler Sebring (188 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Sebring | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sebring | Charade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 36 L |
