2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1998 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1998 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. 1998 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Charade | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
