2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Kalos would be higher. At 1,150 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 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 Chevrolet Kalos (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Kalos | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
