2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1918 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1046 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 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
