2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 789 kg more than 2000 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 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Charade | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |