2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Getz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Getz (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 447 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, 2007 Hyundai Getz (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charade | Getz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
