2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara II weights approximately 252 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, 2000 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
Model | Charade | Samara II |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |