2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 625 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.
Because 1997 Maserati Ghibli is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
| Model | Charade | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
