2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 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 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 175 kg more 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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1107 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 35 L |
