2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1415 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.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Charade | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |
