2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 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 6,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1733 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 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Charade | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 6172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 98 L |
