2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frogster would be higher. At 987 cc, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frogster (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frogster should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 558 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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Frogster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 973 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 52 L |
