2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (184 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1000 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 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 73 L |