2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 987 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106. 2005 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1996 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 1996 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 106 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
