2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 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 A6 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A6 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
