2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 42 L |
