2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1317 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Sienna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 2062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 76 L |