2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 655 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Charade | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 3800 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 67 L |