1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
