2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1145 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 Murano 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 Murano 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 Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano 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 Murano | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Murano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| 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 | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 82 L |
