2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 745 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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Charade | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1950 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| 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 | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 66 L |
