2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 592 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 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charade | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 53 L |
