2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 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, 2002 Peugeot 206 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 206 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 47 L |
