2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2043 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.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Silverado | Charade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2873 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 36 L |
