2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 564 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
