2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Moco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Moco would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Moco weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Moco |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
