2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1935 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2011 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charade | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 5400 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 127 L |