2006 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A4 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
