2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 645 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 Megane (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
