2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1489 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 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3187 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |
