2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 35 L |
