2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 563 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
