2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 964 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 2004 Jaguar XJ 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 2004 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Charade | XJ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 85 L |
