2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 4 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 910 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Charade | 159 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1910 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
