2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1660 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 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Charade | Armada |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 106 L |