2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 231 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, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1998 Volkswagen Parati has manual transmission. 1998 Volkswagen Parati will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Parati |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1781 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
