2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 341 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1839 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
