2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aspire weights approximately 190 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.
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, 1996 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Aspire has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Aspire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 37 L |
