2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Aveo | Charade |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2400 mm |