2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 2005 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | RS6 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
