2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 510 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 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Daihatsu Charade 2013 Toyota Corolla
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Charade Corolla
Year Released 2006 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 1800 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 55 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 56.4 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1465 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 50 L


 

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