2005 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1998 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tracker 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 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tracker | 1998 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tracker | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
