2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1885 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Cadillac |
| Model | Charade | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 117 L |
