2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 968 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 1995 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Charade | 968 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 74 L |