1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 106 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 106. 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 106 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
