2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1808 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 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Charade | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 98 L |
