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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 288 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.
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 (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 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. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 98 L |
