2006 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 992 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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 A6 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1993 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1993 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A6 | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A6 | Charade |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 823 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |