2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 886 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 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Daihatsu Charade 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Daihatsu Jeep
Model Charade Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2006 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 989 cc 3960 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 98.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 86.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 830 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2700 mm