2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Demio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Demio weights approximately 240 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, 1999 Mazda Demio (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | Demio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
