2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion.
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 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Fusion | Charade |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |