1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Opel Tigra has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
