2005 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1005 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | 300 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 36 L |
