2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 550 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Charade | Dion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |