2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster 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, 2004 Saturn Relay (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
Model | Charade | Relay |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3050 mm |