2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 430 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |