1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1999 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. 2011 Mazda 6 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. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | 6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2789 mm |