1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 807 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 807 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 803 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.
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 Peugeot 807 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 807 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
