2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 1044 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 2011 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Charade | GS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 71 L |
