2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1644 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1993 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1993 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Avalanche | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 37 L |
