2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 200 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2011 Chrysler 200 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chrysler |
| Model | Charade | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 64 L |
