2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2006 Daihatsu Charade and 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1140 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Charade | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 3310 cc |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 76 L |