2007 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1997 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A6 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
