1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | F-150 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3520 mm |