2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 400 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, 2009 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Corsa 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 | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charade | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 12 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 | 830 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |