2005 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1997 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A4 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
