2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 83 kg more than 2006 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 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 992 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 37 L |
