2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Taurus weights approximately 737 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, 2003 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Ford Taurus 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. 2003 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2967 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 68 L |
