2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 132 L |
