2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (140 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 628 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charade | Alero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 53 L |
