2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Logan weights approximately 536 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 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Logan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
