2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saturn SC weights approximately 335 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, 1995 Saturn SC (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
| Model | Charade | SC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
