2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1449 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 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hummer |
| Model | Charade | H3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 87 L |
