2003 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade

To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu Altis and 2003 Daihatsu Charade were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 675 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu Altis 2003 Daihatsu Charade
Make Daihatsu Daihatsu
Model Altis Charade
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Size 2362 cc 989 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 157 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 745 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 3420 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2370 mm


 

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