2007 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 156 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
