2003 Acura TL vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura TL weights approximately 838 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, 2003 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | TL | Charade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |
