2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ranger | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |
