2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Suburban (519 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Suburban | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 40 L |
