1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2007 Pontiac G6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac G6 (169 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1992 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, 2007 Pontiac G6 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Charade | G6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
