2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 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, 1996 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Charade | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1396 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
