2007 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Malibu | Charade |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |