2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Porsche | Daihatsu |
| Model | 996 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 36 L |
