1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 584 kg more than 1993 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (210 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | 6 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |