2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu Charade and 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (236 HP) has 179 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning weights approximately 598 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.
Because 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vauxhall VX Lightning (305 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
Model | Charade | VX Lightning |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 236 HP |
Torque | 91 Nm | 305 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |