2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 185 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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1994 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1994 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Daihatsu Applause | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charade | Applause |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 43 L |