2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1603 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 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Durango |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 4701 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 102 L |
