1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2800 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3710 mm |
