2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1125 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 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Charade | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2874 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
