2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 855 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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.
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2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
Model | Charade | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |