2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1997 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1997 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | HHR | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |
