2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Ford F-150

To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1608 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 2010 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Daihatsu Charade 2010 Ford F-150
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model Charade F-150
Year Released 2006 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 989 cc 4600 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 55 HP 292 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 433 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 744 kg 2352 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 5885 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1887 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 3670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 98 L