2007 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 530 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 2007 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | 530 | Charade |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |