2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu Charade and 2003 Dodge Intrepid were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (250 HP) has 193 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 845 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, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Dodge Intrepid | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Charade | Intrepid |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 3517 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 90 Nm | 306 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2990 mm |