2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 682 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, 2008 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Croma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 10.7 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 | 830 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 62 L |