2005 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 815 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, 2005 Audi A6 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A6 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
