2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Ford Focus (162 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
