2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 1296 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.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1999 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1999 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Tata Safari | |
Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
Model | Charade | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1948 cc |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |