2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry 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, 1999 Toyota Camry (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
