2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 75 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 (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Move |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2350 mm |
