1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 840 kg more than 1996 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, 2006 Ford Focus (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Focus |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |