2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Felicia (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 265 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, 1996 Skoda Felicia (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charade | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
