2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 2079 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 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Charade | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 148 L |