2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1998 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (234 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 1998 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Impala | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2400 mm |
