2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 790 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac BLS | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | BLS | Charade |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |