2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 735 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 61 L |
