2007 BMW X3 vs. 1991 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1991 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | X3 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 40 L |
