2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 530 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 2003 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Daihatsu | Panoz |
Model | Charade | Esperante |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 4601 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 59 L |