2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2011 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
