2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (143 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 156 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
