2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 600 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, 2005 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2005 Audi TT 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. 2005 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Audi TT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Charade | TT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1781 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 62 L |
