2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 972 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 2005 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3932 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1712 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 68 L |
