2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (457 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 315 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charade | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 457 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 66 L |
