2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn LW (136 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn LW weights approximately 658 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 Saturn LW (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2000 Saturn LW has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn LW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
| Model | Charade | LW |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
