1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Audi S4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
Model | Charade | S4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2809 mm |