2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 7 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 778 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 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Charade | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 51 L |
