2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | GMC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Envoy | Charade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 36 L |
