2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1764 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escalade | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
