2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 3 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 850 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 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Charade | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
