2006 Bentley Continental vs. 1999 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 6,748 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 770 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental | 1999 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Continental | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2400 mm |
