2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 890 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 2000 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Charade | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2787 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |
