2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 660 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 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
