2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 2000 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charade | Viano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 79 L |