2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 306 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
