2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3040 mm |
