2006 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade

To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A3 2011 Daihatsu Charade
Make Audi Daihatsu
Model A3 Charade
Year Released 2006 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 71.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 3480 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 4.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 36 L


 

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