2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2006 Daihatsu Charade were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 621 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.
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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 147 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 989 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |
