2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Daihatsu Charade and 2006 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 651 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 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charade | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1598 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |