2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 190 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 Hyundai Accent (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 1994 Hyundai Accent 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charade | Accent |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
