2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1998 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1998 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | HHR | Charade |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |