2007 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Matiz 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 987 cc, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Matiz weights approximately 35 kg more 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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Matiz | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Matiz | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 36 L |
