2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1055 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 Volkswagen Sharan (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2840 mm |
