2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Mitsubishi Colt (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Colt | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 36 L |
