2001 Audi A2 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A2 | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A2 | Charade |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |