2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Almera (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Almera weights approximately 630 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, 2001 Nissan Almera (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
