2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 935 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Charade | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
