2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 536 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
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2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | TrailBlazer | Charade |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 36 L |