2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 991 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 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2188 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
