2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1578 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 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Charade | Titan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2303 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 13.8 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 | 140 L |