2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 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, 1997 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 966 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
